Assistant Cook, East Valley High School

East Valley School District 361 • Spokane Valley, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Cook at East Valley High School is responsible for food preparation and service tasks, including packing food for transportation to area schools and meal sites and assisting with deliveries. The position supports student meal service in accordance with USDA guidelines, ensuring students’ needs are recognized and acknowledged. Duties also include operating and cleaning kitchen equipment and the mechanical dishwasher, storing food as directed, and repeatedly lifting or otherwise moving cases, pans of food, and other materials. The role is scheduled for 5 hours per day, 191 days per year, generally Monday through Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.; hours may vary based on district needs. The estimated start date is immediately after hire, contingent on clearance of background screening through the FBI and Washington State Patrol. The position reports to the Director of Nutrition Services or designee.

Requirements

• Hold a valid food handler’s permit issued by the Spokane County Health District.
• Provide proof of immunization against Hepatitis A.
• Have a valid First Aid card, including CPR, and training for HIV/AIDS procedures.
• Successfully pass Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint clearance.
• Have a valid Washington State driver’s license or evidence of mobility.
• Provide proof of immunization if born on or after January 1, 1957.
• Meet I-9 employment eligibility requirements under the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Responsibilities

• Repeatedly lift and/or otherwise move cases, pans of food, and other materials.
• Pack food properly for transportation to area schools and meal sites, and assist with deliveries.
• Assist in serving students by following USDA guidelines and ensuring their needs are recognized and acknowledged.
• Operate kitchen equipment, the mechanical dishwasher, and other equipment as needed.
• Clean kitchen areas, equipment, the mechanical dishwasher, and other equipment as needed.
• Store food as directed.
• Complete all district-required trainings within thirty calendar days from the hire date.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed